Environment

Quang Nam electricity contractors fined for forest destruction

Local authorities in the central province of Quang Nam have issued fines against six contractors of an electric line construction project for forest destruction.

Northern region to face another strong cold spell

Body of 300-kilo whale found on Quang Tri beach

Cold wave continues to intensify, Northern Vietnam plunges into bitter cold

Northern Vietnam is expected to experience another wave of intensified cold air on January 15 that will make the region maintain dry and sunny conditions during the day.

Hanoi's air quality remains at hazardous levels

Hanoi and the northern provinces are facing severe air pollution, which is expected to improve slightly but will persist in the coming days.

Many rural areas suffer severe air pollution

Rural areas in the northern region are experiencing periods of severely deteriorated air quality, with PM2.5 levels rising significantly—some areas exceed the standard limit by up to 3.5 times.

Foul wastewater pollutes Danang river

Black wastewater has flowed into the Han River in Danang, leading to significant pollution.

Five consecutive earthquakes reported in Kon Tum

Five consecutive earthquakes occurred in the Central Highlands Province of Kon Tum's Kon Plong District on Thursday morning, according to the Earthquake and Tsunami Warning Centre.

State of emergency declared for coastal erosion in Hoi An

The central province of Quang Nam has declared a state of emergency in response to the escalating coastal erosion in Hoi An City.

Hanoi seeks PM’s approval for reviving To Lich River

Hanoi authorities are seeking the Prime Minister’s approval for a VND550 billion (USD21.96 million) project to revitalize the To Lich River.

HCM City strives to have one square metre of green space per capita by 2030

Ho Chi Minh City has set a target of achieving at least one square metre of green space per capita and an additional ten hectares of public green areas by 2030.

Quake in China's Tibet kills 53 with tremors felt in Nepal, India

A devastating earthquake in China's remote Tibet region killed at least 53 people and collapsed "many buildings" on Tuesday, state media reported.

Strong cold air to grip across Northern Vietnam this week, frost expected

A cold air mass is projected to hit northern Vietnam in the middle of this week, bringing overcast skies, scattered light rain, and a significant drop in temperatures.

Rare animal species found in Quang Nam elephant sanctuary

A variety of rare animal species have been discovered in the Elephant Habitat and Species Conservation Area in the central province of Quang Nam.

Mekong Delta localities face pollution

Local people in the Mekong Delta region are complaining about the serious environmental pollution caused by dumping sites that have appeared in many residential areas.

China says 2024 was its hottest year on record

Last year was China's hottest on record and the past four years were its warmest ever, its weather agency said this week.

Classifying solid waste at sources mandatory from January 1

Domestic solid waste must be classified at each household from the beginning of this year, according to the Law on Environmental Protection 2020.

Vietnam welcomes first meteor shower of 2025

Local astronomy lovers will have the chance to enjoy the sight of the Quadrantids, the first major meteor shower of the year, as it reaches its peak between nightfall and dawn on January 4.